Nine people, including the suspect, died in a shooting at a high school and a private residence in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, Canada, according to police. The incident, one of the deadliest mass shootings in Canadian history, left dozens injured, with two in life-threatening condition. The suspect was identified as 18-year-old Jesse Van Rootselaar, a local resident.
The shooting began at a private residence, where the suspect's mother and step-brother were found deceased. Police were called to the home after receiving a call related to the school. The suspect then proceeded to the high school, where a teacher and five students were killed. Among the victims at the school were three 12-year-old female students. A female victim with significant injuries survived the attack and remained in critical condition.
According to The Guardian, Deputy Commissioner Dwayne McDonald confirmed the suspect's identity. The deaths at the private residence occurred before the suspect went to the high school. The premier of British Columbia, David Eby, struggled to find the words to describe the tragedy, reflecting the shock felt by many Canadians.
The incident has prompted a need for explanation among the residents of Tumbler Ridge, who will likely know the identity of the shooter. The community is now grappling with grief and seeking answers in the wake of this catastrophic loss.
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